Variable driving modes pedal mechanism for vehicles

Abstract

This invention relates to a pedal mechanism (1) that allows vehicles to switch to different driving modes in a single vehicle. With this mechanism (1), which can be integrated into existing vehicles such as bicycles, users can use their vehicles in bicycle or scooter mode by manual or automatic adjustment in motion. This mechanism (1) offers the user two different driving experiences, allowing them to easily make their preferences through mode switching. With the pedal arm (2) part of the pedal mechanism (1) of the present invention and its roller (2.1) part, users can drive their vehicles ergonomically by switching them to the desired driving mode as a result of adjusting their vehicles manually or by automatic adjustment in motion without the need for any additional external parts.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] VARIABLE DRIVING MODES PEDAL MECHANISM FOR VEHICLES

[0003] Field of the Invention

[0004] The present invention relates to a pedal mechanism that has variable driving modes in a single vehicle.

[0005] With this mechanism, which can be integrated into existing vehicles such as bicycles, users can use their vehicles in bicycle or scooter mode by manual or automatic adjustment in motion. This mechanism offers the user two different driving experiences, allowing them to easily make their preferences through mode switching.

[0006] With the pedal arm part of the pedal mechanism of the present invention and its roller part, users can drive their vehicles ergonomically by switching them to the desired driving mode as a result of adjusting their vehicles manually or by automatic adjustment in motion without the need for any additional external parts.

[0007] Prior Art

[0008] Users have two different vehicles, one of which is a bicycle and the other is a scooter, and can choose whatever they want. In the state of the art, there are various developments for the combination of two different motorised or non-motorised vehicles such as bicycles, scooters, etc. in a single vehicle.

[0009] Another development in the state of the art, the patent documents numbered US 2006 049609, discloses a vehicle that functions both as a scooter and a bicycle. Mentioned two-way driving is provided by the body width of the vehicle rather than its pedal. Moreover, it is not mentioned that it can be integrated into all kinds of bicycles as in our invention.

[0010] In the United States patent document numbered US 2018 339744, which may be the closest to our invention among the aforementioned improvements in the state of the art, it is described to convert the relevant bicycle into a scooter by removing the crank set mechanism and replacing it with a conversion part and a foot support apparatus. However, there is no mention in the said document of ergonomic use as a result of support from external parts (users carrying both parts with them at every time and experiencing an assembly process in the conversion process). Moreover, it is not mentioned that it can be integrated into all kinds of bicycles as in our invention.

[0011] Unlike existing solutions, the present invention aims to provide the possibility of switching to two different driving modes on a single vehicle with an ergonomic and easily integrated mechanism without the need for external parts.

[0012] Detailed Description of the Invention

[0013] The pedal mechanism that enables switching to two different driving modes to achieve the purposes of this invention is shown in the attached figures.

[0014] In these figures;

[0015] Figure-1 is a perspective view of the exploded parts of the pedal mechanism that enables switching to two different driving modes for the vehicles subject to the invention

[0016] Figure-2 is the perspective view of the pedal mechanism, which enables switching to two different driving modes for the vehicles subject to the invention, before being integrated into the hub.

[0017] Figure-3 is the perspective view of the pedal mechanism in bicycle mode, which enables switching to two different driving modes for the vehicles subject to the invention.

[0018] Figure-4 is the perspective view of the pedal mechanism in scooter mode, which enables switching to two different driving modes for the vehicles subject to the invention.

[0019] The parts of the pedal mechanism that enables switching to two different driving modes for the vehicles subject to the invention are numbered as follows in the attached figures:

[0020] A. Bicycle Hub

[0021] B. Bicycle Hub Shaft

[0022] 1. Pedal mechanism for switching to two different driving modes for vehicles

[0023] 2. Pedal Arm 2.1) Roller

[0024] 3) Washer

[0025] 4) Hexagonal torque slot

[0026] 5) Cover

[0027] 6) Bolt

[0028] 7) Pedal

[0029] It comprises an ergonomic pedal mechanism (1) that can be integrated into existing bicycles without the need for external parts and allows users to switch between two different riding experiences by manual adjustment;

[0030] • At least one washer (3) to ensure that the parts of the mechanism (1), which is assembled by threading it onto the hub (A) shaft (B) on the left side of the bicycle, are held together and tightened,

[0031] • At least one hexagonal torque slot (4), which is located inside the roller (2.1) of the pedal arm (2), transfers the force generated in the pedal arm (2) to the shaft (B) by rotating simultaneously with the rotation movement of the pedal arm (2) when the vehicle is in cycling mode,

[0032] • At least one cover (5), which is positioned to cover the roller (2.1) part of the pedal lever (2), to contain the parts of the complete mechanism (1) and to allow the parts of the mechanism (1) to be clamped between it and the washer (3),

[0033] • A bolt (6) that interlocks the parts of the mechanism (1) by entering through the cover (5) and tightening on the shaft (B) after passing through the other parts,

[0034] • A pedal arm (2) with a roller (2.1) that enables independent rotation of the pedal arm (2), wherein: a pedal (7) is located at one end, connected to the hub (A) on the shaft (B) with a washer in between, during operation in bicycle mode, the pedal arm (2) rotates counter clockwise with the roller (2.1) simultaneously, during the transition from bicycle mode to scooter mode, the bolt (6) is loosened, allowing the pedal arm (2) to rotate 180 degrees clockwise to align vertically with the pedal on the other side, during which the roller (2.1) remains stationary, enabling independent rotation of the pedal arm (2).

[0035] The part that provides a technical solution to the most important and technical problem of the pedal mechanism (1), which enables switching to two different driving modes for the vehicles subject to the invention, is the roller (2.1) part. The roller (2.1) part allows the pedal arm (2) to rotate independently. The bicycle pedal arms (2) in the state of the art are fixed, they cannot rotate 360 degrees on their own axis like the pedal arms (2) in our invention.

[0036] Our invention makes the use of the scooter more ergonomic by providing the user with a more ergonomic standing posture by keeping the two pedals (7) vertically aligned. This improves body balance and comfort, especially during long-term or intensive scooter use. This position of the pedals (7) provides a natural posture for the human body, so that the user can stand more stable and comfortably.

[0037] This invention enables the user to gain speed with body movements, especially the winding movement, in the scooter usage mode. The user can increase his / her speed by putting weight back and forth on the scooter or by making an oscillating movement with a certain body part.

[0038] In the mechanism (1) of the present invention, all parts rotate in an interlocking manner by rotating the pedal arm (2) counter clockwise when the vehicle is in bicycle mode. Movement is achieved by transferring the motion force generated by rotation to the shaft (B) through the hexagonal torque slot (4).

[0039] When the mechanism (1) of the present invention is switched to vehicle scooter mode, the bolt (6) is loosened, the pedal arm (2) is rotated 180 degrees clockwise and aligned vertically with the other pedal. The important thing at this point is that while the pedal arm (2) rotates, the roller (2.1) inside remains stationary and does not rotate.

[0040] The present invention is a pedal mechanism (1) developed for vehicles, and it is integrated into vehicles such as bicycles, allowing the user to drive in both bicycle and scooter modes in a single vehicle. The present invention allows the vehicle to switch to two different driving modes without requiring any additional external parts. It is a pedal mechanism that can rotate 360 degrees on its axis and can be used by all pedal-powered vehicles. The present invention consists of a series of components such as the pedal arm (2), roller (2.1), washer (3), cover (5) and bolt (6) integrated into the hub (A). The user can drive the vehicle in bicycle or scooter mode by manually adjusting the position and function of the pedal arm (2). The transition between both driving modes is provided with an ergonomic design, so the user can change the driving mode quickly and ergonomically.

[0041] The internal structure of the roller (2.1) of the mechanism (1) of the present invention is preferably a machine element that minimises the friction of two surfaces against each other with rotary or linear movements with a ball bearing working principle. Bearing, ratchet or ball bearing and its slots.

[0042] The mechanism (1) of the present invention can be fabricated with the bicycle or, preferably, the pedal arm (2) on the left-hand side (the side without the chain line) of existing bicycles can be removed and replaced by a pedal arm (2) which can be ergonomically rotated 360 degrees by the user.

[0043] In another alternative method of use of the present invention, by adding an electric motor or clutch to the vehicle hub, the pedal arm (2) can be switched to the desired driving mode by the user by performing the tightening / unscrewing process in driving or stationary state with automation instead of manual tightening process.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A pedal mechanism (1) of the present invention, which can be integrated into existing bicycles without the need for external parts and allows users to switch between two different riding experiences by manual adjustment; comprising the following;- At least one washer (3) to ensure that the parts of the mechanism (1), which is assembled by threading it onto the hub (A) shaft (B) on the left side of the bicycle, are held together and tightened,- At least one hexagonal torque slot (4), which is located inside the roller (2.1) of the pedal arm (2), transfers the force generated in the pedal arm (2) to the shaft (B) by rotating simultaneously with the rotation movement of the pedal arm (2) when the vehicle is in cycling mode,- At least one cover (5), which is positioned covering the roller (2.1) part on the pedal arm (2), protecting the parts of the entire mechanism (1) and ensuring that the parts of the mechanism (1) are clamped between the washer (3),- A bolt (6) that interlocks the parts of the mechanism (1) by entering through the cover (5) and tightening on the shaft (B) after passing through the other parts, and pedal mechanism (1) of the present invention is characterized by comprising a pedal arm (2) with a roller (2.1) that enables independent rotation of the pedal arm (2), wherein: a pedal (7) is located at one end, connected to the hub (A) on the shaft (B) with a washer in between, during operation in bicycle mode, the pedal arm (2) rotates counter clockwise with the roller (2.1) simultaneously, during the transition from bicycle mode to scooter mode, the bolt (6) is loosened, allowing the pedal arm (2) to rotate 180 degrees clockwise to align vertically with the pedal on the other side, during which the roller (2.1) remains stationary, enabling independent rotation of the pedal arm (2).

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